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Ambassador Extraordinaire: Barbara Aslan is always there for members of NAC
This month’s concessions spotlight is on one of the most beloved women in the industry, Barbara Aslan, director of operations and membership services for the National Association of Concessionaires (NAC). Ms. Aslan oftentimes goes unrecognized due to her preferred low profile, but everyone who knows her knows she carries the NAC torch from sea to […]
Sweet Bottom Cookie debuts with online retailer… Staples
National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) member, Sweet Bottom® Cookie, announced today the partnership with American multi-national office supply retailing corporation, STAPLES, Inc. The SWEET BOTTOM® WITH NESTLE® BUNCHA CRUNCH™ MINI product is now available to purchase on line by visiting Staples.Com The offering consists of a 6 pack bundle, retailing at $13.99. Fill up the […]
Home Market Foods Announces Acquisition of Kelly Eisenberg
Home Market Foods, a leading producer of high quality food products, announced today that it has acquired Kelly Corned Beef Co., known as Kelly Eisenberg, of Chicago. Founded in 1929, Kelly Eisenberg is known for producing and distributing the Eisenberg brand of gourmet frankfurters and sausages, made from high-quality USDA beef and fresh seasonings, and […]
NAC to Collaborate with ShowEast.EDU
On Monday and Tuesday, October 23-24, 2017, NAC will collaborate with ShowEast to bring you in depth programming with a focus on the food and beverage, restaurant equipment, and kitchen and bar design in the industry. The program will be led by NAC Director of Education and Malco Theatre’s Senior Vice President, Larry Etter. The […]
Next CCM Class in Conjunction with ShowEast
The next NAC Concession Certification Management (CCM) four-day class is scheduled for Friday, October 27-Monday, October 30 on the Florida International University (FIU) Biscayne Bay Campus in North Miami immediately following the 2017 ShowEast EXPO. October 27-30, 2017 Florida International University (FIU) Biscayne Bay Campus 3000 NE 151 Street North Miami, FL 33181 REGISTRATION IS CLOSED CLICK […]
Preferred Popcorn Launches New Organic Products, Doubles Manufacturing Capacity
That melt-in-your-mouth theatre popcorn just gained a new claim to fame as movie-goers may soon be able to choose a certified organic option. Preferred Popcorn introduced the new product this fall in the form of pre-measured, organic popcorn kits. According to CEO, Norm Krug, “The organic All-in-One kits are an easy and affordable way to […]
Gold Medal Products Co. Named Top Family Business
Excellence in Cincinnati’s family and private business community was celebrated at the Goering Center’s 18th Annual Family and Private Business Awards Gala held at JACK Cincinnati Casino on September 12, 2017. Gold Medal was honored to receive the award as Cincinnati’s Top Family Business (101+ employees). The focus of this year’s event was individual business […]
NAC Expo 2018 to Feature Brunch at the Movies
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has announced that The 2018 NAC Concession & Hospitality Expo scheduled for August 7-10 in New Orleans will feature BRUNCH AT THE MOVIES. In conjunction with Regal Entertainment, the Wednesday morning brunch and screening will take place at the Cinebarre Canal Place 9 just 2 blocks from the New […]
Our Colleagues in Exhibition Continue to be Displaced by Hurricanes – They Need Our Help
The widespread damage caused by the storms is affecting thousands of people in the southern United States and even reaching our industry colleagues in Puerto Rico. There are many wonderful efforts being made by relief groups and exhibition companies, but with the relentless storms continuing to build, the need is overwhelming. DOWNLOAD FLYER BY CLICKING […]
How Movie Theater Concessions Can Sell More Gourmet Popcorn
With an increasing number of options for watching movies at home (or even on cell phones) and competition from other local establishments, competition for movie theaters is fierce. That’s why having a concession option such as gourmet popcorn is lucrative. Providing gourmet popcorn is a great way to get people into your seats and gives […]




